Machkandi - Ukhimath, Rudraprayag
Machkandi is a village situated in the Ukhimath tehsil of Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 35 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ukhimath and around 56 km from the district headquarters in Rudraprayag. Machkandi village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Machkandi is 042241. The village covers a total geographical area of 96.53 hectares and falls under the 246425 pincode. Rudraprayag is the nearest town, located about 56 km away.
Machkandi village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kedarnath Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Machkandi
According to the 2011 Census, Machkandi village had a total population of 381 people, including 163 males and 218 females, living in 88 households. The sex ratio was 1,337 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 77.52%, with male literacy at 85.60% and female literacy at 71.98%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 105.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 381 | 163 | 218 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 74 | 38 | 36 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 105 | 48 | 57 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 238 | 107 | 131 |
| Illiterate Population | 143 | 56 | 87 |
Nearby Villages of Machkandi
Machkandi is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Machkandi
Machkandi is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Rudraprayag to Machkandi is about 56 km, with a usual travel time of around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Machkandi
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Machkandi village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Machkandi
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Machkandi village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within 5-10 km |
FAQs about Machkandi
Where is Machkandi located?
Machkandi village is located in Ukhimath Tehsil, Rudraprayag district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Machkandi?
Machkandi is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Machkandi?
The pincode of Machkandi is 246425.
What is the population of Machkandi?
Machkandi had a total population of 381, including 163 males and 218 females.
How many households are there in Machkandi?
Machkandi had 88 households.
What is the literacy rate in Machkandi?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Machkandi was 77.52%. Male literacy was 85.60% and female literacy was 71.98%.